1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1996 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Spider |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |